Active IQ Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Personal Training
Course details
Dates 6th and 7th February / 27th and 28th February / 20th and 21st March / 3rd and 4th April 2027
Time 10:30-4:30pm
Location: UndergroundNewhaven, Avis Way, Newhaven. East Sussex
Assessment
Coursework/Project.
Portfolio of Evidence.
Qualification Structure
The course (Full Combined Personal Training Diploma) is set in two parts Level 2 Fitness Instructing and Level 3 Personal Training (Active IQ)
Course investment
Level 3 Active IQ Sports Massage Course
£1,895
Klarna payment option available
Subject to eligibility and available payment options.
The price includes the opportunity to learn in small groups of no more than six students, expert tuition from Shelley and the included business mentor programme.
Level 2 Gym Instruction Units –
Anatomy and physiology for exercise
Know how to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity
Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
Principles of exercise, fitness and health
Planning gym-based exercise
Instructing gym-based exercise
Level 3 Personal Training Units –
Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health
Applying the principles of nutrition to a physical activity programme
Programming personal training with clients
Personal Training business skills
Delivering personal training sessions
Assessment Methods
Portfolio of evidence
Practical demonstration/assignment
Assessment Methods
Portfolio of evidence
Practical demonstration/assignment
Throughout the course, you will benefit from personalised support delivered by Shelley, Founder of StrongLiving Personal Training and an experienced industry professional. Contact days include one-to-one coaching, ensuring you receive tailored guidance to help you develop into the best Personal Trainer you can be. In addition, weekly one-to-one online meetings provide ongoing support, keeping you on track and enabling you to achieve qualification in four months. The unique selling point for this course is in person mentoring where you will get the opportunity to have experience training at The Body Box prior to you qualifying.
These qualifications are internationally recognised, allowing you to register with REPs and earn industry credits, opening doors to career opportunities both in the UK and worldwide.
The courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely prescribe, plan, and deliver effective exercise and personal training programmes. You will learn to work confidently with gym members, private clients, and group sessions, as well as develop competence in delivering individual sports massage treatments through completion of the relevant course units.
Across the programme, you will build a strong foundation for a successful career in personal training through clear, accessible coursework supported by dedicated assessor and mentor guidance.
Beyond qualification, our ongoing mentorship programme ensures you are fully prepared for the realities of the fitness industry. You will gain valuable insight into attracting and retaining clients, marketing yourself effectively, and running a successful personal training business with confidence and professionalism.
SLPT Personal Training session
Entry Requirements
Some experience of gym-based training is ideal but in no way necessary as our team of tutors will teach you all you need to know
The course requires physical participation at times but you do not have to be super fit to be involved
There is also an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved so please take this into account
The course is also set to an agreed end date so please make sure that you can spend the required time to take part
Qualification Structure
The course (Full Combined Personal Training Diploma) is set in two parts Level 2 Fitness Instructing and Level 3 Personal Training (Active IQ)
Course Dates 2027
Weekend 1: Saturday 6th and 7th February
Weekend 2: Saturday 27th and 28th February
Weekend 3: Saturday 20th and 21st March
Weekend 4: Saturday 3rd and 4th April
Course Delivery
Our courses are run in small group upto 8 students. All formats use the same workbooks and give the same qualification at the end. Each method will also need a fair amount of self-motivation to learn and carry out course work when not with the assessor and to revise for set exams and practical sessions.
Career Progression
This qualification provides progression to start a career as a fitness instructor/personal trainer in a gym environment and also a mobile personal trainer.
This includes a professional mentor programme, where Shelley will guide you through the set up and initial growth your business.
Price
Level 2 Gym Instructor Course
Level 3 Personal Training Certificate